A six-day Sri Lanka journey combining the elephants of Pinnawala, the sacred heritage and cultural traditions of Kandy, two relaxing nights on the beaches of Bentota, a mangrove river safari, water sports, and the vibrant capital city of Colombo.
Route: Colombo Airport – Pinnawala – Kandy – Bentota – Colombo – Airport
Travel Time Line
Arrive at Colombo Airport and meet your English-speaking driver-guide. Continue to Pinnawala Elephant Orphanage to observe the elephants being fed and bathed. Proceed to Kandy and relax at the hotel. Overnight in Kandy.
After breakfast, explore Kandy and visit the sacred Temple of the Tooth Relic and the Royal Botanical Garden. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Sri Lankan cultural dance performance. Overnight in Kandy.
After breakfast, drive approximately 4–5 hours through scenic countryside to Bentota. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing on the beach, swimming, or enjoying the coastal views. Overnight in Bentota.
After breakfast, visit a turtle hatchery and learn about sea-turtle conservation. Enjoy a Madu River boat safari through mangroves, followed by optional water sports such as jet skiing and banana-boat rides. Overnight in Bentota.
After breakfast, drive approximately 1.5–2 hours to Colombo. Tour the National Museum, Galle Face Green, Gangaramaya Temple, and Pettah Market. Later, shop for souvenirs at local markets or shopping centres such as Odel or Colombo City Centre. Overnight in Colombo.
After breakfast, enjoy free time for last-minute shopping or sightseeing depending on the flight schedule, then transfer to Colombo Airport for departure.
Hotel Portfolio
| City | Premier I | Premier II | Luxury | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kandy | Golden Crown Hotel or similar | Earls Regent or similar | Oakray Serene or similar | |
| Bentota | Cinnamon Bey or similar | Tuurya or similar | Hibiscus Beach or similar | |
| Colombo | NH Collection Colombo or similar | Radisson Colombo Hotel or similar | Morven Colombo or similar |
Tour Per Person Rate
| Occupancy | Deluxe 5-Star | Standard 3-Star | Superior 4-Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 PAX | $735 | $622 | $682 |
| 2 PAX | $565 | $452 | $512 |
| 3–4 PAX | $540 | $427 | $487 |
| 5–6 PAX | $488 | $374 | $434 |
| 7–8 PAX | $465 | $352 | $413 |